admiral
/ˈædməɹəl/
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Also seen as: admirals
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The commander of a naval squadron or fleet, regardless of formal rank.
NounRegister: informal
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
The appointed commander of a navy, regardless of formal title.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “admiral” mean?
The commander of a naval squadron or fleet, regardless of formal rank.
Is “admiral” formal or informal?
admiral is generally informal.